M is for, N is for...

This season is all about monochrome! A must have key look of the 1960's, you can now carry on the swinging decade by adding monochrome to your outfits this winter. Shift dresses, mini skirts and geometric also come hand in hand with monochrome style.

Hands down, mine and George's favourite place in the whole entire world! Such a beautiful place, and I can only imagine the city is even more mind blowing at Christmas time! I mean, New York is already light up 24/7, at Christmas it must be like a massive sparkler. Definitely visiting New York in December next time! 


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K is for, L is for...

There's a chill in the air which means only one thing! It's time to get those winter woolies out, yay! From fur coats to capes and even to those (personally, not my kind of thing) singing christmas jumpers we as a nation can't get enough (which is lucky considering we have to wear them 99% of the time this time of year.) Knitwear has been a popular choice of clothing for years, with the popularity of roll neck jumpers in the 1950's and the oversized sweaters in the 1980's, you cannot go wrong with a bit of wool. And seeing as jumpers and coats are pretty much the main essential in these cold winter nights, grab yourself enough to supply you throughout the whole season, and in my case, one to go with every outfit.

This season is all about tartan, dogtooth and of course Leopard Print. Leopard Print has been a popular fashion style for years and years, in the olden' days the reason for its popularity was that it was a very expensive garment, so was used as a symbol of wealth and status, and throughout the years it has been a key look in the fashion world. Leopard Print can be found on all sorts, from coats to handbags, from furniture even to a jumpsuit (just like Mel B did.) Just don't go full on like her and cover yourself head to toe in it (major 90's flop!)

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I is for, J is for...

One of the best things about Christmas is the endless amount of Christmas films that are shown on television throughout the month of december, and the one that has to be top of everyone's list is the old classic 'It's a Wonderful Life.' Such a perfect feel good cheesy Christmas film to lift your spirits and put you in that Christmassy mood! But you can't forget the others either, my favourite films are National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation and The Muppets Christmas Carol, what's yours?

No outfit is complete without some jewellery! Whether it's bracelets, a necklace or earrings, they will be a must on the perfect Christmas outfit you're all probably starting to plan. Jewellery is a timeless accessory so no matter what you buy you can hold on to it forever. To complete your look with a vintage touch, pearls or diamonds are a perfect choice. And in the words of Marilyn Monroe, Diamonds are a girls best friend. 


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G is for, H is for...

One of my favourite things about the Christmas season is celebrating it with your whole family, no matter how many quabbles or snares you've made in the past, Christmas allows everything to drop and brings you all closer together. Not only just Christmas Day either, the celebration lasts a whole month. With giggles, food and the occasional knees up, whats not to love?! This is why Christmas is my favourite time of the year!

I love Halloween! The excuse to dress up as a witch, cat, dracula etc, cover yourself in scary make up and pretend to be someone/thing for a night. It's also acceptable to watch Hocus Pocus even at our age and remember Winnie, Sarah and Mary Sanderson, and that cute talking cat Binx that we all still want as our own pet. And let's not forget sweets galore (or maybe the occasional apple, if you're unlucky) and those chilly nights gathered around pumpkin carving! Its a shame it only really lasts one day right? Trick or Treat.

love,

E is for, F is for...

E is for Evening wear

Every girl needs that killer dress that you can't stop awing over yet never wear because your saving it for that perfect moment. And the perfect seasons for evening wear are definitely autumn/winter with all those christmas and new years celebrations or just an excuse to cheer yourself up with a party due to the typical English weather. There is so much vintage inspired style dresses and prints on the catwalk this season you can't go wrong!

F is for Fur coats and hats

Those cold winter days mean only one thing, the fur comes out! Fur hats, fur coats, fur gloves, fur scarfs. Wearing vintage fur is becoming increasingly popular, although, I don't expect you all to wear fur, but if you do love a bit of cosiness and warmth then go ahead and treat yourself!

C is for, D is for...

The only perk about working in retail? Christmas starts in October! Thats right, when you work in a shop Christmas is no longer just a measly one month celebration. All the better for a Christmas time fanatic, like myself. So this week we have been receiving a load of lovely new christmas stock in our deliveries at work, Cath Kidston. And what's better is that their Christmas stock is much more cute! We have Christmas mugs, wrapping paper, stockings, cute little tree decorations all just waiting for me to buy. And let's not forget all these lovely cold nights we've been having (I'm pretty sure me and George are the only people mad enough to be so excited for the chilly-ness?!) Anyway up next in my vintage inspired Christmas countdown, are the letters C & D. Enjoy!

C is for Cliff Richard

He might be tacky as hell, but you can't deny there is no Christmas without Cliff! Every year he is guaranteed to bring out a cheesy Christmas song that we either hate or secretly love. Don't tell me you don't know all the words to that famous song 'Mistletoe and Wine' or do the arm sway when the song is playing? That's right, didn't think so...

D is for Dogtooth

Dogtooth, also known as Houndstooth, is a popular textile pattern that was founded in 1885 in New York City, but became popular in 1933 when the houndstooth check were included in part of a 1933 spring men's suits collection. And personally one of my favourite prints, at the moment I'm dying to get my hands on a dogtooth mini skirt to pair nicely with my black polo neck top.

A is for, B is for...

Autumn is finally here - hoorah! This means cold winter nights with cups of tea or hot chocolate, big fluffy bedtime socks and those comfy jumpers we all secretly prefer to a mini crop top that shows our ever so shy belly buttons. I love Autumn, the season were it becomes acceptable to laze around in your pjs all day and start listening to Christmas songs... well, slightly acceptable. For the next few weeks I'm going to be creating my own A-Z of the Autumn and Winter seasons to help you all getting into the spirit. 

A is for Autumn

My favourite thing about the Autumn season this year is the fashion! So many vintage inspired pieces are on the high street and on the catwalk. And it's so perfect, that i'm a little worried about my bank balance... My personal must have is the high neck shift dress, the perfect 60's styled dress. And the amount of adorable coats there are out there right now, whats not to love?! From capes to boyfriend coats, from parkas to fur. This is now a perfect excuse to own a coat that will go with every outfit, I mean, we wouldn't want our outfits to clash right? Also, the popularity of roll necks and tartan have risen, so be sure not to miss out!

B is for brogues and bags

Where would we be without our bags and our brogues? A bit screwed I think! And whats better is that both fashion items will never go out of style. First up, Brogues. Worn by both men and women, brogues are a timeless piece of fashion that have been worn for years. A low heeled shoe or boot that can vary from any colour, such as brown, black, red, cream etc. However, in today's fashion, brogues have transformed from just low heel shoes to wedges, boots and even high heeled shoes. Grab yourself a pair this autumn - they're perfect for your own A/W checklist. And don't forget those bags! These aren't just a fashion accessory, they're a necessity.  But who says they can't be just as stylish as the rest of your clothes, because bags are definitely part of your outfit. Whats so great about bags is that they came in every shape, style and colour, and more often or not you can't go wrong! Except maybe not a yellow bag with sunshine and daises covered all over in winter? Go for a variety in autumnal colours, such as brown, beige, red and black and you'll be good to go!

Stay tuned for upcoming letters C & D!

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